Most Popular Books by Noel Streatfeild

Rather than stay with a new family, three young evacuees try to return to their home in London after their country host dies.

Tired of being world citizens, traveling with their brother on his tours as a violin prodigy, three children plot to find a home of their own and discover careers of their own in films and ballet.

Plucked from their old home in Guernsey and sent all the way to London, the three Forbes children find themselves thrown into the peculiar world of the theatre. Their mother had come from a long line of great actors and Sorrel, Holly and Mark are expected to carry on the family tradition.

This enchanting story follows one girl''s journey from her very first trip to the ballet, through the doors of ballet school, and into the world of disciplined yet passionate training. From the beauty of key positions to the grace of timeless choreography, this story invites readers to step into a world where dreams and hard work intertwine. Filled with illustrations of ballet positions, a history of the art form and the captivating tales behind famous ballets, this book is a treasure trove for budding dancers. A glossary of ballet terms makes it the perfect companion for young readers eager to learn. First published in 1953, Anna''s story will captivate young readers and delight adult fans of Noel Streatfeild''s work, including the much-loved Ballet Shoes. Fresh new illustrations bring this classic ballet book for children up to date.

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Gemma and her cousins put together a show business act using all their talents, and quickly become a sensation, but when one has an accident, it could mean the end of the group.

After World War I Victoria leaves the vicarage to become an actress, touring the world, but never feeling really happy, until an old actress points her to writing.

Six children travel back into England''s history.

Records the flow of the quiet waterway known as "Old Father Thames," describing the English landscape through which it passes and events which have made history on the river.

Pauline will eine berühmte Schauspielerin werden, Petrova interessiert sich für Flugzeuge und schnelle Autos und die kleine Posy würde am liebsten Tag und Nacht tanzen. Die drei Fossil-Schwestern sind wirklich ganz schön verschieden. Deswegen geht es in Großonkel Matthews gemütlichem Haus auch oft sehr trubelig zu. Doch in einem sind sich die drei einig: Egal, was passiert - sie werden immer zusammenhalten. "Einer der ersten Romane von Mädchen, die ihr Leben unerschrocken und vergnügt selbst in die Hand nehmen. Ein reines Vergnügen, diesen Klassiker wieder zu lesen oder neu zu entdecken." (Sybil Gräfin Schönfeldt)

A treasury of inspiration for every July baby... Much-loved author Noel Streatfeild originally launched this series of month-by-month baby books in 1959. Recently rediscovered in her publisher''s archives, each little book arrives complete with gorgeous illustrations, and includes: - suggested names and games for babies born in each month - characteristics of your baby according to their zodiac sign - famous babies who share your baby''s birthday - quotations and rhymes to fit every aspect of babyhood ... and much more. With a warm, lively and charming introduction by Noel Streatfeild to every volume, each adorable book in this series is a pleasure to read, and an object to treasure.

Picture a gorgeous English country house, surrounded by manicured lawns and sprawling oak trees. This is Levet, where the Laurence family have lived since the 18th century. Once full of children and excitement, the only Laurences left at Levet now are former actress Sara and her very upper class mother-in-law Lydia. That is until the Second World War erupts and Mrs. Vilder arrives with her three children after being evacuated from their home . . . Carnegie Medal winning author Noel Streatfeild fills Levet with authentic families facing undeniable tragedy in this heart-warming wartime novel, The Winter is Past.

Written by the author of the beloved classsic, Ballet Shoes (1936), this wonderful picture book about a cat who lives in a theatre is available once again after 70 years! Pinkie the cat works at the ballet theatre as a mouser. He loves watching the dancers, but he''s scared of the mice he''s meant to catch! What''s a ballet-loving cat to do? Collectible hardback with foil on the cover makes this a lovely gift for anyone''s library Rarely seen since it''s publication in 1951, this heartfelt and nostalgic read is the perfect gift for cat lovers of all ages Osbertand The Theatre Catare Noel''s only picture books - both republished simulataneously. Includes the book''s original illustrations by artist Susanne Suba, also known for her covers for The New Yorkermagazine. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Noel Streatfeild was born in Sussex in 1895 and began writing children''s books in 1931. Ballet Shoeswas published in 1936, and she quickly became one of the most popular authors of her day. She was one of the first winners of the Carnegie Medal and was awarded an OBE in 1983. Streatfeild lived in London until she died in 1986.

A treasury of inspiration for every April baby... Find out which names for your April baby have connotations of renewal, learn what is meant by a gift of a bunch of moss, bearded crepis, primroses, daisies and wood sorrel, and discover who your baby shares their birthday with - could it be Charlotte Brontë, Leonardo da Vinci or Alexander the Great? Much-loved author Noel Streatfeild originally launched this series of month-by-month baby books in 1959. Recently rediscovered in her publisher''s archives, each little book arrives complete with gorgeous illustrations, and includes: - suggested names and games for babies born in each month - characteristics of your baby according to their zodiac sign - famous babies who share your baby''s birthday - quotations and rhymes to fit every aspect of babyhood ... and much more. With a warm, lively and charming introduction by Noel Streatfeild to every volume, each adorable book in this series is a pleasure to read, and an object to treasure.

A treasury of inspiration for every May baby... Much-loved author Noel Streatfeild originally launched this series of month-by-month baby books in 1959. Recently rediscovered in her publisher''s archives, each little book arrives complete with gorgeous illustrations, and includes: - suggested names and games for babies born in each month - characteristics of your baby according to their zodiac sign - famous babies who share your baby''s birthday - quotations and rhymes to fit every aspect of babyhood ... and much more. With a warm, lively and charming introduction by Noel Streatfeild to every volume, each adorable book in this series is a pleasure to read, and an object to treasure.

Myra Carrol has it all - beauty, kindness and a loving marriage. One afternoon she is searching through her barn for objects which could be of help in the Second World War, when she comes across an old picture of herself . . . She is immediately transported back to the carefree days of her childhood. Raised to be a strong woman by her governess Connie, Myra''s honesty, confidence and angelically beautiful face gave her the best start in life . . . until her father''s death takes her to boarding school. Through nostalgic flashbacks we learn about the events that shaped Myra''s life in this heart-warming family wartime novel by Carnegie Medal winning author, Noel Streatfeild.

Peter and Santa run away from home, afraid of being sent to orphanages, to find their uncle who lives with a circus.

During World War II in England, three motherless children, whose father is reported missing in action, go to live with their grandmother in London and join the members of their talented theatrical family in a school for stage training.

Proud of her unusual history, a nameless orphan faces with spirit the unbearable conditions of an early twentieth-century English orphanage.